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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1913
Page
2
An eclectic compilation from Inter Mountain Globe covers hydroelectric line plans in California delivering 150000 volts, a Scotland summit hotel project, Panama religious mania, Prince Edward Island crop stats, and varied items from Houston to England. It also notes Swiss textile mills, Russian meteorology retirement, and traffic safety measures in Chicago.
New York dispatch describes the Volturno fire trapping 60 to 0 passengers in forward compartment No 1 after an explosion. Waldron Diseelman, third officer, recalls multiple explosions, failed lifeboats, and attempts to fight flames as the Volturno burned before the Carmania and Grosser Kurfürst arrived with survivors and dead awaiting relief in Hoboken.
New York October 4 Captain Francis Inch recounts the Volturno disaster telling a straightforward tale of the blaze at sea. He notes the chief officer reported the fire at 9:50 a.m. on October 9 and flames spread rapidly, making rescue impossible before the watch below could be saved.
Des Moines, Ia October 16 Dr M Wilson a well known Des Moines practitioner and Mrs Mabel Kinnick of Adel were arrested this morning in Dr Wilsons office on complaint by W B Kinnick husband of Mrs Kinnick. Charges of being found in disorderly conditions were preferred and the husband was notified.
Bridlington England Oct 16 The American balloon Goodyear a contestant in the James Gordon Bennett international aeronautic cup travels near the North Beacon on the coast within 200 yards of the Brighton cliffs as it approaches the race course.
Southern Pacific shares fell three points to 45 percent amid news the Justice Department plans to force the company to merge with Central Pacific. Investors questioned the federal action and potential effect on the firm, with no official statement from Southern Pacific yet.
A major gas explosion at Universal colliery near Cardiff traps over 400 miners. Rescue teams pull 600 to the surface. officials fear those below may be lost. Fire and afterdamp rage on the west shaft while east-side survivors volunteer accounts emerge.
Washington October 15. The coming term of Judge C A Prouty for the Interstate Commerce Commission to head the railroads physical valuation has spurred a contest for his seat. Names mentioned include R Mobble and Martin Decker of New York Public Service Commission D O Ives of Boston State Railway Commissioner George A Henshaw of Oklahoma and Patrick Farrell solicitor of the commission. Marible Henshaw and Farrell are noted as strong contenders.
Two miners’ wives abducted by strikers at Ludlow camp were found today and brought to Trinidad Colorado by John McLennan district No 15 UMW president. Frank J Hayes denied having been ordered by state officers to produce the women.
Arkansas state supreme court upholds Going prohibition bill. The law requires a countywide vote to determine wet or dry status, leading to statewide dry status after the next election. The decision focuses on validity of the measure and preemption rules for liquor licensing.
Des Moines Iowa Oct 14 Proceedings to review the actions of Judge Howell of Ionia County were begun by W J Moser who says he was arrested and jailed by the court under a misapprehension caused by attorneys for the Rock Island railroad. Moser was arrested on a complaint by railroad officials.
In Wilmington on February 14, the upset of the flat match play for the Women's National Championship saw Margar et Curtis of Boston defeated by Caroling Ettings by one up. Curtis, the current American amateur champion, was edged on the Wilmington course in a tight match.
Mexican general Joaquin was arrested in San Antonio while transporting troops to Nuevo Laredo. Washington officials see the situation drifting toward a crisis as Huerta’s dictatorship looms. Wilson holds talks on naval plans and diplomacy with Read and Senate leaders as Mexico monitors the note exchange with Huerta.
Washington reports recall that President Wilson, via Charge O Shaughnessy, condemns Huerta for dissolving Congress and arresting deputies. He argues such acts undermine constitutional guarantees and a free election, making any outcome illegitimate and not representing the people's will. He cannot accept or recognize any result from such a process.
Nelson O Shaughnessy, American charge d affaires, was called to the Mexican foreign office after a cabinet meeting about two United States notes. He remained for some time but refused to reveal details of the discussion.
An Eagle Pass report claims the War Department issued permission for General Joaquin Maass to travel through U S territory to Piedras Negras and into Mexico at Nuevo Laredo after a request from Secretary of State Bryan. Maass left Eagle Pass by forenoon en route to Laredo with a special train arranged to avoid demonstrations at the International Bridge.
Berlin reports close monitoring of Mexican affairs while granting the United States latitude to determine policy. Officials dismiss Mexican press claims that Ambassador Gerardi faces difficult negotiations as unfounded.
Eastern and central freight association railroads submitted tens of thousands of tariffs to the Interstate Commerce Commission proposing a flat increase of a per cent on all freight rates except coal and grain. The tariff must be readied before the closing of business today in accordance with an agreed timetable.
Albany October 16 The high court of impeachment resumes deliberations on Governor Sulzer case with uncertainty over when a verdict will be reached. judges weigh whether the evidence proves the charges as deliberations continue through the executive session.
A northeast gale from Cape Cod to Grand Manan battered shipping. One life lost, Capt. Beara Herry of Sandwich, as barges and schooners suffered wrecks near Highland Light and Pollock Rip. Rescues saved crews, including four from a Canadian steamer boat near Grand Manan. Cranberry crop hit hard in Plymouth County with 60,000 barrels spoiled by snow.
Beaton Oct 16 Daniel Henry Ainsworth, first husband of Mrs Jennie May Harrison Eaton widow of Rear Admiral Joseph Giles Eaton, travels from Arizona to assist in her murder trial at Plymouth Maas as prosecutors allege he aided her divorce claims and the couple’s finances. The defense asserts Eaton killed himself with poison.
London figures report Sylvia Pankhurst was arrested while trying to address a meeting at Poplar rail station after clashes with police. Militants tried to rescue her but police enclosed her in a taxi and took her to Holloway jail.
The Glass Owen currency bill faced sharp attack at the National Conference on Currency Reform in New York. Prof K A Beligman of Columbia University joined A Vanderup president of a New York bank and Joseph Frenk Jubosop of New York University in labeling the plan dangerous and unscientific.
In a libelous trial, witnesses accuse Beilim Bellin and Vera Tcheberiak’s family of involvement in the Yushinsky killing. Testimony links Krasovaky and Shneerson to the case while discussing motive, bribery, and alleged criminal bands.
New York Oct 17 The House of Bishops accepted resignations of three members Lemuell Wells Spokane William Crane Gray southern Florida and Albion Knight Cuba retiring or stepping to other posts The session also discussed provinces and governance by two houses per province with a presiding bishop head of each province
In Chicago at the Sherman House two guests, Mr and Mrs Hills of Cincinnati, were found in a room. The woman lay dead with her throat cut and the man was shot three times and apparently dying. Both were registered under the Hills name. The incident occurred on a Thursday afternoon.
Ten passengers were killed and several others injured in a collision near Liverpool yesterday between a local train and an express? train. The rear coach of the express was shattered.
New York Oct 14 The royal Dutch West India mail steamer Jan Van Nessau Captain Van Der Bat arrived from the West Indies reporting a fire in the coal bunkers that spread to the cargo in the forehat and raged for four days before being controlled at St Michaels by the weather shift.
London announces the christening of the Marquis of Bemont and Engsford who inherits the Dukedom of Noxburghe. The ceremony at St James chapel featured King George and Queen Mary as sponsors. Attending relatives included Mrs Opies Gioelet and Lord Innes-Ker with wife Anne Sireese of New York.
Disrupted tippling system reported at Portland Union Station with an order forbidding porters to receive figs and pumweougery Urged nel.
Oct. 17. Paris reports a French warship may be sent to Mexico at Mexico’s request. Washington weighs options as Huerta vetoes reforms, Carranza plots, and Wilson considers recognizing constitutionalist belligerency. Three possible U.S. courses emerge: show force, threaten severance of relations, or back a provisional government.
London reports that Britain maintains a waiting stance on the Mexican situation. The government treats the issue as an internal Mexican matter and has not decided on any action. No information has arrived from Mexico City regarding a diplomatic conference, and a German envoy’s reported presence in a Mexican port has not altered policy.
Mexican capital reports that Britain France Spain Cuba Guatemala and Norway diplomatic representatives at a conference recommended their governments send warships to Mexico to provide protection guards if needed. They also urged a temperate response to Mexico's reply to Wash.
Nogales Ariz Oct 11 Reports yesterday say the constitutionalists had entered Guaymas after a two days battle were erroneous according to advices from Hermosillo capital of the constitutional government. Telegrams announced that Mazatlan the Sinaloa seaport was hourly expected to fall into rebel hands.
Washington Det reports Senator Sheppard of Texas today criticized the State Department for granting unrestricted travel to some generals while denying similar privileges to constitutional officers. A department reply was promised by tomorrow.
In Calumet Michigan October 16 the 1008 deputy sheriff began serving every striker with state supreme court orders. Keweenaw district strikers reportedly refused service while some peaceful picketing occurred at the Allovse and Mohawk mines. possible arrests implied.
Florida governor says he has not received a congressman letter suggesting special legislation. He states he will study the question and decide in a few days on his own initiative regarding the Jaginene colonisation issue in the state.
In Hoston on October 16 Bishop Charlow J. O Killy of the diocese of Maker City Cre arrived yesterday to preside at a Roman Catholic gathering opening Sunday at the Cathedral of the Midly Crome. Five hundred jointe and several thousand are expected to attend the congress.
A parole decision for Hull involving Dee Muloes and a Tama County case is referenced with unclear details. The item notes a parole outcome tied to a May timeline and mentions an associated individual bio. Further readable specifics are limited in the fragment.
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